Nationally, volunteers have been more likely to participate in one-time opportunities. Many of our organizations are reliant on consistent, long-term volunteers. So, how can we improve volunteer retention in a meaningful way?

Join Miranda Martin (she/her) as she guides us through some best practices to build a culture of appreciation. When volunteers feel valued, they are more likely to return and transition into long-term volunteers. During this learning community, learn about different volunteer motivations and how to establish a formal volunteer recognition plan. After the presentation, there will be an opportunity to brainstorm with colleagues through sharing current volunteer appreciation tactics and collaborating to move your volunteer appreciation efforts to the next level!

Meet Miranda Martin (she/her)
Miranda is the Volunteer Coordinator for Evergreen Habitat for Humanity, engaging 416 volunteers, who served a combined 21,430 hours in 2023. She has over three years of experience leading, empowering, and showing appreciation to volunteers through her work with Habitat, Friends of Trees, Lions Club, and during her time working in elementary education. Miranda was the 2023 recipient of the Dennis Campbell Outstanding Service Award, given annually to a member of the community for "outstanding service to improving the lives of individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities."  Outside of work, Miranda is an avid outdoor adventurer who finds joy in cooking and creating pottery when she is not wandering through a nearby forest.

Learning Communities are free for NOVAA Members and only $10 for non-members. 

We will be offering this Learning Community remotely via Zoom. A link will be sent to registered participants via email.